Religious organizations and democratization: case studies from contemporary Asia
Since the terrorist attacks on 9/11, the political roles of religious institutions and groups have captured inernational attention. This book examines how religious institutions and organizations in various Asian countries are influencing democratic development and the shaping of government policies...
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| Format: | Electronic Book |
| Language: | English |
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| Published: |
Abingdon, Oxon New York
Routledge
2015
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| In: | Year: 2006 |
| Further subjects: | B
Democracy
Religious aspects
B Democracy (Asia) B Electronic books B Religion And Politics (Asia) B Religion and politics - Asia |
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| Parallel Edition: | Print version: Religious Organizations and Democratization : Case Studies from Contemporary Asia: |
| Summary: | Since the terrorist attacks on 9/11, the political roles of religious institutions and groups have captured inernational attention. This book examines how religious institutions and organizations in various Asian countries are influencing democratic development and the shaping of government policies. Religious Organizations and Democratization covers Taiwan, Hong Kong, Mainland China, Korea, Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Japan. The chapters specifically address the engagement of Christian, Buddhist, Muslim, and other religious organizations in the advancement and/or hindr |
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| Item Description: | "An East gate book Includes bibliographical references and index Originally published: M.E. Sharpe, 2006 |
| ISBN: | 1315701170 |